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Proform 590 SPX Indoor Cycle Review

Proform has just updated their Indoor Cycle lineup to include two new higher end models (the Proform 490 SPX and the Proform 590 SPX). The good news is that Proform now offers more Indoor Cycles with quite a few more options and that the Proform 490 SPX is a nice, affordable upgrade to the original Proform 290SPX.

This bike was originally priced $500 higher then the next model down (the Proform 490) but the price has now dropped significantly on this bike making it a good choice when you are looking for a good quality Indoor Cycle with a console, belt drive and hear-rate monitor.

The Proform 590 SPX offers everything that you get with the very popular Proform 290 SPX but goes on to include an electronic console (Polar® Wireless Chest Heart Rate Monitor Compatible), quiet belt drive system, 275lb weight capacity, horizontally adjustable handlebars and warranty upgrade.

This bike has everything that you will need for indoor training and serious workouts, including a quiet low maintenance belt drive system and electronic console to monitor your progress!

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Note: The Proform 590 SPX Indoor Cycle is no longer available from this site or no longer for sale online.

Please see our Exercise Bike Ratings page for a full listing of the exercise bikes that are available with prices and ratings.

(was selling for $601.29 at Amazon).

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New Proform Indoor Cycle Features and Comparisons

The new Proform 490 SPX and Proform 590 SPX are upgrades to the Proform 290 SPX. The upgrades include an electronic console (Polar® Wireless Chest Heart Rate Monitor Compatible), 275lb weight capacity and horizontally adjustable handlebars. The Proform 590 SPX then goes on to add the lower maintenance and quieter belt drive system.

The Proform 590 SPX Indoor Cycle is currently the top of the line traditional friction based Indoor Cycle offered by Proform and is similar to the Nordic Track GX5 Indoor Cycle (which is also manufactured by the manufacturer of Proform (Icon Fitness)).

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About-Bicycles Review:

Although the electronic console with wireless heart rate monitor capability, quiet belt drive system and fully adjustable seat and handlebars are all excellent features, the problem with the Proform 590 SPX is that, other than the belt drive system, all of these features are available on the Proform 490 SPX for $500 less.

Now if you are looking for all of the Proform 590 SPX features including the belt drive system, you can find these on the original Livestrong LS9.9IC, which offers additional options for the exact same price.

The Proform 590 SPX offers a better warranty on the frame but the Livestrong model also comes with workout DVDs, a 290 user weight capacity and includes the donation to the Livestrong Foundation and the fight against cancer.

The Proform 590 SPX Sport Bike is an excellent indoor cycle, with all of the options that you need for a serious workout but it is priced a little high compared to other Indoor Cycles with most of the same features.

Customer Reviews:

There are currently no customer reviews online at NordicTrack.com at the time of this review.

Proform 590 SPX Indoor Cycle Features and Specifications at a glance:

• Console with Backlit LCD Display (speed, time, distance, calories burned, heart rate and RPM)
• Polar® Wireless Chest Heart Rate Monitor Compatible**
  
• Fully Adjustable Seat (horizontal and vertical)
• Belt Drive System
• Fully Adjustable (horizontal and vertical) Non-Slip Handlebars
  
• Pedals with Toe Straps
  
• Belt Drive System
• Water Bottle holder
  
• Transport Wheels
  
• 275 lb. Weight Capacity
• 112 lb product weight

Warranty:

5-Year Frame Warranty
1-Year Parts & Labor.

**Wireless Chest Monitor Not Included